Monsoon is a difficult season for our skin and hair, and we all need a little extra help to get by this messy (but certainly picturesque) time of of the year.
Which is why, we've curated a list of beauty essentials that can be the pick-me-up your body needs right now.
As the name suggests, this sunscreen is oil free, is gel-based with easy absorption and has SPF 50. Whoever tells you that you don't need sun protection in monsoon, is incorrect. The clouds won't stop ultraviolet rays from harming your skin, my friend! So, pick up that sun cream, and use the same every three hours.
Price: INR 475
As mentioned earlier, using a sunscreen the entire year is important, and hence, I am sure it's not surprising that there's another one in this list. For those of you who have oily or acne prone skin, you can try Ilana Organics' Nourishing Sun Shield. It has a fast absorbing and an almost serum like formula. It will not build up on your skin and lead to greasiness or breakouts.
Price: INR 650
A lot of us have a misconception that during intense spells of monsoon, the only way to deal with excess oil and sweat secretion is to use strong (sometimes harsh) cleansers on the skin. Au contraire, you must keep cleansing as gently as possible. Maybe, try using a gentle face wash, or a cleanser that concentrates on maintaining your skin's moisture and hydration levels.
ThePaul Penders Alpina & Tea Tree Cleansing Wash should ideally be used as a cleansing milk, one that you can use to gently wipe away dirt and grime with a cotton pad/muslin cloth. Over cleansing or using harsh cleansers that strip your skin of its natural oils can cause it to secrete an unhealthy amount of oil, leading to acne or problems under-dermis.
Price: INR 450
This is a lightweight moisturiser for your face and neck and protects it from the UV radiation. It is enriched with cold-pressed essential oils, Vitamin D, E, and helps treat chapped and dry skin. Also, the ingredients are all natural and it's all homemade (yayy!)
Price: INR 500
Goli Soda is well known to create products that are environment-friendly and are organic. This shampoo bar is enriched with shikakai, castor oil, almond oil, hibiscus powder, and other essential ingredients that will make sure that your hair remain bouncy and nourished throughout the monsoon season.
Price: INR 250
Known to maintain moisture balance of the hair cuticle, this conditioner by Arganicare nourishes the hair and will make sure that throughout the monsoon season, your hair remain hydrated.
Price: INR 1,200
Not only does this serum protect your hair from heat, it also consists of ingredients like jojoba oil, argan oil and sweet almond oil. Hair serums are that extra step in your hair care routine that'll seal all the moisture and help you minimise the monsoon frizz and this one is definitely an absolute essential.
Price: INR 450
Sometimes life doesn't give us enough time to apply a sunscreen and a foundation. In those cases a foundation with sun filter is perfect! Not only does this foundation have a natural finish but it also leaves the skin matte and protected. It is also suitable for all skin types, so that's a bonus!
Price: INR 650
100% smudge-proof and 100% preservative-free, this kajal will give you a liner-like finish and will stay in for good hours. Also, we give it brownie points since it's water-proof as well.
Price: INR 446
To complete your make up look and keep things light, get yourself this multipurpose beetroot pigmented lip and cheek tint, for that natural flushed look. You can also use this over the eyelids, if you're feeling experimental.
Price: INR 1220
Of all areas of concern, hair is our biggest worry come monsoon season, which is why we've also made a list on Hair Care Expert Brands and Products For A Frizz-Free Monsoon!
